fossiliferous Definition
containing or relating to fossils.
Using fossiliferous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fossiliferous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The fossiliferous rocks of the area are rich in trilobite fossils.
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The fossiliferous limestone contains a variety of marine fossils.
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The fossiliferous deposits provide valuable information about the ancient environment.
fossiliferous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for fossiliferous
- fossilized
- fossil-containing
- fossil-bearing
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Summary: fossiliferous in Brief
'Fossiliferous' [fɑːsɪlˈɪf(ə)rəs] is an adjective that describes something containing or related to fossils. It is often used to describe rocks or deposits that contain a variety of fossils, such as 'The fossiliferous limestone contains a variety of marine fossils.'
